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Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports
Neeraj Chopra enthrals students from 75 schools at Sanskardham in Ahmedabad
Key Highlights
- Neeraj gave tips to studentsabout the importance of balanced diet , fitness and sport
- This initiative is being jointly organised by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sportsand Ministry of Education
Olympic Games Javelin Throw Champion Neeraj Chopra started off an ambitious outreach programme that connects India’s ace athletes with school children when he interacted with students from over 75 schools at Sanskardham, Ahmedabad.
Neeraj Chopra, who played a variety of sport with the students and gave them tips on throwing the javelin, chose to address them about the importance of balanced diet , fitness and sport. He held them in thrall with his spontaneous responses to their curious queries, his inimitable story-telling style endearing him to his attentive audience.
He drew applause when, in response to what his favourite food is, he described how he liked to cook vegetable biryani, without making it spicy, and have it with curd. “It is a wholesome, healthy meal with minerals from the right mix of vegetables and carbohydrates,” he said. “Also, the cooking helps distract the mind from the weariness after a long training session.”
A brainchild of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, the outreach envisages interaction of all Olympians and Paralympians with students from 75 schools each in a span of two years to motivate the youngsters to have Santulit Ahaar' or a balanced diet and take on fitness activities. This initiative is being jointly organised by the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports.
“When he hosted us after the Olympics, the Prime Minister shared his vision of a new, healthier and fitter India. I am happy to set the ball rolling in this special initiative of visiting schools and in my own way sharing some knowledge that can help the students and realise the Prime Minister’s dream of India becoming a more sporting nation,” Neeraj Chopra said.
He shared tips on eating right, correct fitness regime and also some important life lessons. Neeraj Chopra also spoke about the Fit India quiz, the biggest sports and fitness quiz. “I was surprised to hear some answers the students gave me and commend their knowledge. They can reach greater heights with the right kind of discipline and dedication,” he said.
Earlier, Neeraj Chopra was felicitated by the management of Sanskardham Educational Society. He praised the work being done by the Society and lauded the commitment and dedication in empowering students to prepare for the future.
Tarundeep Rai , Sarthak Bhambhri , Sushila Devi , KC Ganapaty and Varun Thakkar  will be visiting schools in other parts of the country in the coming two months. Among the Paralympians, Avani Lekhara , Bhavina Patel  and Devendra Jhajharia  will lead the way in the initiative.
Ministry of Women and Child Development
Emphasis on multi-modal infra & newer avenues for investment in the Budget will position India at the centre of the emerging global economy says Union Minister Smt Smriti Zubin Irani
“Mission POSHAN 2.0 & Saksham Anganwadi, Mission Shakti & Mission Vatsalya will herald a transformative change in the welfare and safety & security of women and children of the country”
“Mission POSHAN 2.0 will facilitate transparent last mile real-time tracking of nutrition service delivery & fortify nutritional norms thereby strengthening the resolve of malnutrition free India”
“Mission Shakti with its two components-‘Sambal’ and ‘Samarthya’ will ensure holistic welfare and development of women”
“To ensure a healthy & happy childhood for every child, GOI through Mission Vatsalya endeavours to foster a sensitive, supportive & synchronized ecosystem by upscaling service delivery structures, institutional care & encouraging community-based care”
Union Minister for Women and Child Development Smt Smriti Zubin Irani has said that emphasis on multi-modal infra and newer avenues for investment in the Union Budget 2022-23, presented by the Finance Minister in the Parliament today, will position India at the Centre of the emerging global economy. Smt Irani congratulated Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and Finance Minister Smt Nirmala Sitharaman for a futuristic Aatma Nirbhar Bharat ka Budget laying the blueprint for India’s Amrit Kaal.
In a series of tweets the Minister said that Mission POSHAN 2.0 & Saksham Anganwadi, Mission Shakti & Mission Vatsalya as described in the Budget will herald a transformative change in the welfare and safety and security of women and children of the country.
The Minister stated while Saksham Anganwadi aims to upgrade Anganwadi infrastructure, Mission POSHAN 2.0 will facilitate transparent last mile real-time tracking of nutrition service delivery and fortify nutritional norms thereby strengthening the resolve of malnutrition free India.
The minister informed that ‘Sambal’ and ‘Samarthya’ are the two components of Mission Shakti as pronounced in the Budget. While ‘Sambal’ is aimed at strengthening safety and security of women, ‘Samarthya’ is dedicated towards empowerment of women. The minister stressed that this mission will ensure holistic welfare and development of women.
To ensure a healthy and happy childhood for every child, Govt of India through Mission Vatsalya endeavours to foster a sensitive, supportive and synchronized ecosystem by upscaling service delivery structures, institutional care and encouraging community-based care, stated the Minister.
Smt Irani said the provision to allow payment of annuity & lump sum amount to the Divyang dependent during the lifetime of parents/guardians attaining the age of 60 years will provide a financial cushion to the Divyang in times of emergency.
President's Secretariat
Parliamentary Delegation from Vietnam calls on the President
A Parliamentary Delegation from Vietnam led by H.E. Mr Vuong Dinh Hue, the Chairman of the National Assembly of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, called on the President of India, Shri Ram Nath Kovind, at Rashtrapati Bhavan today .
Welcoming the delegation to India, the President said that India and Vietnam enjoy excellent relations at the leadership level in the contemporary time. Our people cherish the ideals of Mahatma Gandhi and President Ho Chi Minh. Today, our bilateral Comprehensive Strategic Partnership covers wide range of areas – from political engagement to trade and investment ties, energy cooperation, development partnership, defence and security cooperation and people-to-people relations.
Recalling his visit to Vietnam in 2018, the President said that he himself witnessed the rich cultural heritage of Vietnam and ancient civilizational exchanges between two countries, including our strong Buddhist connections.
The President noted that economic engagement between India and Vietnam has maintained a positive direction, despite the disruptions due to the COVID-19 pandemic. He was also happy to note that defence partnership between India and Vietnam has been growing steadily. He said that strong defence cooperation between the two countries would contribute to peace, security and prosperity in the region.
Speaking about the cooperation between India and Vietnam at multilateral fora, the President said that our coordinated efforts at the UN and other fora have given voice to the majority of developing countries. He noted that India and Vietnam have been working with ASEAN to contribute to free, open, peaceful, prosperous, inclusive and rules-based Indo-Pacific region governed by international law.
Prime Minister's Office
PM lauds benchmark of 50 bilateral simultaneous cochlear implants in the last 18 months by ENT Department at Army Hospital  in Delhi Cantt
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has lauded the benchmark of 50 bilateral simultaneous cochlear implants in the last 18 months by the Department of Ear, Nose & Throat  at Army Hospital  in Delhi Cantt.
Quoting a post on X by Press Information Bureau, the Prime Minister said;
“Compliments for setting a great benchmark in cochlear implants. Such dedication and expertise ensure a brighter and healthier future for many. This accomplishment also speaks volumes about our medical professionals' commitment.”
Ministry of Railways
Railway Board conducts a high level review meeting with GMs, DRMs of Zonal Railways through Video Conference
Shri Suresh C. Angadi gave directions to work towards further improving safety, punctuality, cleanliness and upkeep of stations and trains and passenger comfort
Shri Vinod Kumar Yadav gave directions to General Managers for close monitoring of projects related to safety
Minister of State of Railway,Shri Suresh C. Angadi,Chairman, Railway Board,Shri Vinod Kumar Yadav along with other Railway Board Members held a Video Conference meeting reviewwith all General Managers of Zonal Railways/Production Units and Divisional Railway Managers on performance till August.
The review covered issues of safety, punctuality, freight loading, passenger traffic, infrastructure projects, locomotive and coach production and other ongoing developmental projects in Indian Railways.
Minister of State of Railways,Shri Suresh C. Angadicomplimented the officers for the excellent performance of Zones and Divisions in August 2019 and gave directions to work towards further improving safety, punctuality, cleanliness and upkeep of stationsand trains and passenger comfort so as to meet the expectations of the people.Shri Angadi emphasized that all officials of Indian Railways should work as a team toachieve the goals and targets in a time-bound manner for advancement of Indian Railways and the country.
While reviewing the detail performance of Zonal Railways during the current year the Chairman, Railway Board, Shri Vinod Kumar Yadav gave directions to General Managers for close monitoring of projects related to ensuring safety in train operations. Shri Yadav emphasized on expeditious completion of safety works like elimination of Manned Level crossings and construction of Road over Bridge /Road Under Bridges , interlocking of heavy Manned level Crossings, elimination of old mechanical signalling by electronic signalling etc. Shri Yadav congratulated the Zones for good progress on elimination of Manned Level crossings  which is a major safety improvement initiative.534 MLCs have been eliminated during April-August 2019 compared to 167 during the same period last year. Shri Yadavapplauded the officers for bringing significant improvement in punctuality of mail/express trains which has reached a level of 74% compared to 67% last year. Further, the minutes lost per train have also reducedsignificantly. Shri Yadav also complimented Railtel and Divisions for providing free Wi-Fi for passengers over 4,926 stations.
In the meeting, Zones and Divisions were directed to complete all preparations with regard to 150th Birth Anniversary Celebrations of Mahatma Gandhi. Various initiatives being taken in this direction include elimination of single use plastic from railway premises, provision of bottle crushing machines, cleanliness of stations, trains and railway premises, tree plantation and development of 150 track side nurseries.
Ministry of Science & Technology
CSIR-CDRI Scientist, Dr Satish Mishra bags "DrTulsi Das Chugh Award-2020" given by National Academy of Medical Sciences 
Award in recognition of his research work on Malaria parasite's life cycle
The Orations & Awards Committee of the National Academy of Medical Sciences , has selected Dr Satish Mishra, Principal Scientist, Division of Molecular Parasitology and Immunology, CSIR-CDRI, Lucknow for “Dr.Tulsi Das Chugh Award” for the year 2020 in recognition of his research work on Malaria parasite's life cycle which is a complex process involving two hosts and three invasive stages. Invasion in both mammals and mosquitoes requires a coordinated sequence of events to be played out successfully. His outstanding work focused on “Secreted Protein with Altered Thrombospondin Repeat  which is Essential for Asexual Blood Stages but not Required for Hepatocyte Invasion by the Malaria Parasite Plasmodium Berghei”.This study focuses on the dispensability of SPATR in P. berghei sporozoites and its importance for the establishment of blood stage infection, further investigation is needed to unravel its precise role during this process.
The Academy and the Award
National Academy of Medical Sciences  is a unique institution which fosters and utilizes academic excellence as its resource to meet medical and social goals. It was registered as the 'Indian Academy of Medical Sciences' on 21st April, 1961 under Societies Registration Act XXI of 1860. The Academy was re-named National Academy of Medical Sciences  on 16th November, 1976 on the recommendations of a Working Group set up by the Govt. of India. A number of prestigious Orations and Awards have been instituted by the Academy and are bestowed upon eminent bio-medical scientists in recognition of their outstanding contributions.The Academy encourages and sponsors nation-wide CME programmes, Symposia, Workshops etc. Over the years the Academy has recognized the outstanding achievements made by the Indian scientists in the field of medicine and allied sciences and conferred Fellowship as well as Membership to the selected persons through a peer reviewed process and finally voting by all the Fellows.
Dr.Tulsi Das Chugh Award carries a Scroll, a Commemorative Medal and Cash Incentive. The Award will be given to him at the time of Annual Conference of the Academy.During the Annual Conference, a Session will be held wherein he will make oral presentation of his work followed by a discussion.
Other Awards in his credit
Dr Satish Mishra has also awarded with:
- Elected, member in 2019, National Academy of Medical Sciences, India
- Elected, member in 2018, The National Academy of Sciences, India
- Shakuntala Amir Chand Prize in 2018 by Indian Council of Medical Research, Government of India
- Ramalingaswami re-entry Fellowship in 2013 by Department of Biotechnology, Government of India.
Prime Minister's Office
PM shares a glimpse of serene Arunachal Pradesh
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi shared serenity of spectacular Arunachal Pradesh by responding to a capture by the Union Minister Shri Amit Shah.
The Prime Minister tweeted :
"Serene and spectacular Arunachal Pradesh!"
Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions
Chief Minister of Meghalaya, Sh Conrad Sangma calls on Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh; discuss various issues on North East States.
Chief Minister of Meghalaya, Sh Conrad Sangma today called on Union Minister for Development of North Eastern Region , Dr Jitendra Singh and discussed the progress of different State projects related to infrastructure, roads and public welfare.
Dr Jitendra Singh reiterated commitment by Prime Minister Sh Narendra Modi's commitment to give top priority to the North Eastern States and to bring them at par with more developed States of the country. He expressed satisfaction to observe that, of late, tourist inflow had picked up in a big way in many of the picturesque destinations of Meghalaya including Shillong.
The Chief Minister of Meghlaya took up with the DoNER Minister, the issue of some of the projects that had been sanctioned under the North East Special Infrastructure Development Scheme . He requested for the early release of financial assistance for four of these projects. The Minister assured that he would look into it and if there were any procedural delays, the same will be immediately taken care of. Conrad Sangma also discussed the proposals for some of the new projects of Meghalaya. These include road projects involving metalling & black-topping of intermediate lanes on Rongjeng – Mangsang – Adokgre  Road from 0 km to 32 Kms and 39 Kms to 43 Kms including a 19 meter bridge over river Ildek. Dr Jitendra Singh informed that project had been sanctioned and the North Eastern Council  has sought certain clarifications.
Another project related to “Integrated Police Welfare Complex” at Baghmara has also been sanctioned by the Ministry of DoNER and this too came up for discussion during the meeting.
Dr Jitendra Singh told Conrad Sangma that in the next two weeks, he would be travelling to two of the North Eastern States, namely Arunachal Pradesh and Assam. Thereafter, he said, he would plan a visit to Meghalaya as well.
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President's Secretariat
President of India to visit West Bengal from July 14 to 15, 2017
The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee will visit West Bengal from July 14 to 15, 2017.
On July 14, 2017, the President will inaugurate the Satya Bharti School at Kanidighi. On the same day, he will also inaugurate the 7th Edition of KKM Memorial Gold Cup- Rural Football Tournament -2017 at Mackenzie Park Football Ground.
On July 15, 2017, the President will distribute LPG connections at Jangipur Bhawan. He will also address an Ex-Servicemen rally at Nabagram Military Station before returning to Delhi.
Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas
Bid round –III under Open Acreages Licensing Policy  launched by Shri Dharmendra Pradhan.
Union Petroleum and Natural Gas & Skill Development and Entrepreneurship Minister Shri Dharmendra Pradhan today launched the bid round –III under Open Acreages Licensing Policy  at Greater Noida, the venue of PETROTECH-2019. Under this Bid round, 23 blocks, covering over 31,000 sq km od area will be available for exploration. Following the contract signing of 55 Blocks under OALP Bid Round-I, the Government launched OALP Bid Round-II on 07th January 2019 offering 14 Blocks under Petroleum Operation Contract for International Competitive Bidding. With the launch of the third bidding round, more than 1,20,000sq km of area has now been made available for exploration in last one year. The OALP adopts all features of HELP - reduced royalty rates, no Oil Cess, uniform licensing system, marketing and pricing freedom, Revenue Sharing Model, Exploration rights on all retained area for full contract life etc.
Speaking on the occasion, Shri Pradhan said we recently awarded 55 blocks spread across 10 sedimentary basins under maiden Bid Round after a gap of 6 years and 30 contract areas under the Discovered Small Field Policy Bid Round-I. The 2nd Bid Rounds for both Discovered Small Field Policy and Open Acreages Licensing Policy are now underway and have also seen encouraging response from investors.The overwhelming participation from investors is a testimony to their faith and confidence in India’s upstream sector potential. He invited the investors to participate in the bidding round and be a part of the Indian growth story.
Ministry of Home Affairs
Lockdown4.0 - States/UTs cannot dilute restrictions imposed in MHA guidelines, can only make them stricter based on local level assessment and Health Ministry Guidelines: MHA
Union Ministry of Home Affairs , on 17.05.2020, issued the revised guidelines regarding lockdown restrictions, to contain COVID-19. As the lockdown was extended up to 31.05.2020, widespread relaxations were given in the restrictions.
Under the new guidelines effective from today, States and UTs would now delineate the Red Orange and Green zones, taking into consideration the revised guidelines issued by Ministry of Health and Family Welfare  on 17.05.2020. Inside the red/orange zones, containment and buffer zones would be identified by the local authorities, based on local level technical inputs and Health Ministry guidelines.
Within containment zones, strict perimeter would be maintained as earlier and only essential activities would be allowed. Limited activities would continue to be prohibited throughout the country. All other activities would be permitted except the ones that are specifically prohibited under MHA guidelines.
In view of these points, MHA has reiterated to the States/UTs that despite widespread relaxations given in lockdown restrictions under revised guidelines, States/UTs cannot dilute the restrictions imposed in MHA guidelines. They may prohibit certain other activities or impose restrictions, as deemed necessary on the basis of ground level analysis of the situation.
Further, it has been communicated that States/UTs must take into consideration the benchmarks/thresholds indicated in the revised guidelines issued by MoHFW, while delineating zones at local level. It has also been urged to give wide publicity to the Centre and respective State guidelines at local level for the convenience of the public.
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Ministry of Home Affairs
MHA requests States/UTs to implement Lockdown Measures in Letter and Spirit to fight COVID-19
Union Ministry for Home Affairs  had issued consolidated guidelines on lockdown measures to be taken by the Ministries/Departments of Government of India and States/UTs Governments/Administrations, so as to break the chain of transmission of the COVID-19 in the country.
It was observed that some States/UTs are allowing exceptions beyond what has been permitted under lockdown measures, as contained in Consolidated Guidelines issued by MHA under DM Act 2005.
In pursuance of this observation, Union Home Secretary, Shri Ajay Kumar Bhalla has written to all State Chief Secretaries and UT Administrators requesting them to strictly implement lockdown measures in letter and spirit, by exercising their powers under the Disaster Management Act, 2005, to fight COVID-19.
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Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports
Government recognises the role of digital technology platforms in promotion of sports culture and development of sports: Shri Anurag Thakur
‘Sports’ being a State subject, the responsibility to promote sports culture rests primarily with the State/Union Territory Governments. The Union Government supplements their efforts. However, the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports implements the following schemes for development of sports in the country:  Khelo India Scheme;  Assistance to National Sports Federations;  Special Awards to Winners in International Sports Events and their Coaches;  National Sports Awards;  Pension to Meritorious Sportspersons;  Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay National Sports Welfare Fund;  National Sports Development Fund; and  Running Sports Training Centres through Sports Authority of India.
The Government recognises the role of digital technology platforms in promotion of sports culture and development of sports. Accordingly, the Government has initiated a number of projects towards e-Governance and digitalization in sports in order to leverage the power of Information and Communication Technology and enable organisation of information which is accessible for all the stakeholders. A number of Information Technology projects have been initiated in this regard in this Ministry, which include National Sports Repository System, Khelo India Mobile Application, Khelo India Fitness Application, Annual Calendar for Training and Competitions  Portal and Fit India Mobile Application and Website/Portal.
This information was given by Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Shri Anurag Thakur in a written reply in Rajya Sabha today.